Esmeraldas Weather in May

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Esmeraldas, Ecuador in May.

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Atacames Mompiche Súa

Thinking about venturing to Esmeraldas, Ecuador this May and curious about the weather conditions to expect? This page holds all the key information you seek, responding to your question:

What to Expect in Esmeraldas in May

Esmeraldas, Ecuador is a region in Ecuador. May in Esmeraldas generally has warm temperatures, with high precipitation.

Temperatures

You can expect warm maximum daytime temperatures of around 29°C (84°F) and nighttime temperatures around 24°C (75°F) in Atacames.

To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Esmeraldas, Ecuador, check out the map below.

Precipitation

In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From high rainfall in Mompiche with an average of 125 mm (4.9 in) to high rainfall in Atacames with 153 mm (6 in).

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Best Places to Visit in Esmeraldas in May

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Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

Popular Destinations in Esmeraldas

What is the weather like in May for some of the most popular destinations in Esmeraldas, Ecuador?

Temperature range in Esmeraldas (May)

Precipitation variation in Esmeraldas (May)

Atacames

In May Atacames generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C (75°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
28°C (82°F)
Min temperature
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly rainfall
222 mm (8.7 in)
153 mm (6 in)
101 mm (4 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
14 days
15 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
pleasant
pleasant
Climate in Atacames →

Mompiche

In May Mompiche generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C (75°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
28°C (82°F)
Min temperature
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly rainfall
184 mm (7.2 in)
125 mm (4.9 in)
63 mm (2.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
14 days
16 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
pleasant
perfect
Climate in Mompiche →

Súa

In May Súa generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C (75°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
28°C (82°F)
Min temperature
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly rainfall
217 mm (8.5 in)
149 mm (5.9 in)
98 mm (3.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
14 days
15 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
pleasant
perfect
Climate in Súa →

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Popular cities in May

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Esmeraldas in May.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Atacames 29°C (84°F) 24°C (75°F) 153 mm (6 in)
Mompiche 29°C (84°F) 24°C (75°F) 125 mm (4.9 in)
Súa 29°C (84°F) 24°C (75°F) 149 mm (5.9 in)

Esmeraldas weather in May: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Esmeraldas, Ecuador in May?

May in Esmeraldas, Ecuador brings pleasant weather. In Atacames, daytime temperatures are typically around 29°C (84°F) and nighttime lows hover near 24°C (75°F).

What is the average temperature in Esmeraldas, Ecuador in May?

Atacames averages a daytime maximum of 29°C (84°F) in May, with overnight lows close to 24°C (75°F).

Does Esmeraldas, Ecuador get a lot of rain in May?

Esmeraldas, Ecuador sees substantial rainfall in May. Atacames typically averages about 153 mm (6 in), a mix of wet and dry days, but bring an umbrella.

Is May a Good Time to Visit Esmeraldas, Ecuador?

Given the typically pleasant weather conditions in Atacames, May might be a good time to visit Esmeraldas, Ecuador. It's worth noting that weather conditions might differ depending on the location you visit.

On average, the best time to visit Esmeraldas, Ecuador is in July, August, September, October and November with generally perfect weather in Atacames. The weather in January and February, on the other hand, tends to be poor.

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